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Feature Stories

If only I knew then what I know now...
Looking for some insight from a recent graduate? Recent UConn graduate Matt Herne shares what he misses most about UConn and what every student should do before they leave! Read more.

Find a Job – In this Economy?
Yes you can! The economy may be struggling, but there are still jobs out there. UConn’s Department of Career Services offers some great advice for job searching in tough economic times. Read more.

Attention GREEK SENIORS!!
The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life (OFSL) is reaching out to serve Greek seniors! The office is in the process of developing a senior programming plan (“Backpacks to Briefcases”) focusing on the skills that are important for seniors to take into their next step after graduation. Read more.

Have You Painted the Rock?
Want to join in a student tradition dating back to the late 1940s? Make sure to paint the Rock before you graduate. Leave your legacy today! Read more.

Graduate on time!
With graduation less than 100 days away have you done everything to make sure you have a successful graduation? The Office of the Registrar has a convenient check list to help you make sure. Read more.

Senior News

Senior Week

Mark your calendars for Senior Week!
Celebrate being Senior for an entire week jam packed full of fun activities.
Registration begins on Monday April 27th, 2009 at the Alumni House. Registering early allows you easy access to other events throughout the week. Those who come early to registration will also receive some free goodies!

Senior Week Activities Include:

• Secrets of UConn Tour
• Comedian Cabaret
• Senior Block Party
• Mohegan Casino Trip

Grad Fair

Where can you get Commencement tickets, your cap and gown and a class ring all in one trip? The annual at the UConn Co-op, March 25th, and 26th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm!

Enjoy refreshments while getting your portrait taken for the yearbook, checking out diploma frames and buying some Class of 2009 gear. See the poster!

Get connected with the Husky Alumni Network!

The Husky Alumni Network is a free service for UConn seniors from the UConn Alumni Association. By using the Husky Alumni Network, you will be able to:

• Sign-up for a permanent, professional email address that forwards to any personal email account. rockstar87 doesn't look good on a resume, but yourname@alumni.uconn.edu does!
• Look for your dream job!
• Post your Résumé and network with other Huskies!
• Find other Huskies nationwide!

All students have access to the Career Network, a feature within the Husky Alumni Network. Preparing for an interview? Want the inside scoop on your chosen profession? Not sure what you want to do after graduation? Find an alum who is waiting to share career advice!

The Husky Alumni Network is your ticket for success! Sign up today at UConnAlumni.com/HAN.

Got the Picture? Class of 2009

The Nutmeg Yearbook would like to remind all seniors to get their portraits taken in order to be included in the yearbook. Every senior receives a yearbook at no cost in November, following their graduation. Anyone graduating in May is welcome to sit for their portraits absolutely free!! The portraits will be held in the Alumni Center during the weeks of March 2nd, March 16th and March 23rd. Sign-ups are done through www.ouryear.com, School Code 269. Remember sitting for the portrait is absolutely FREE!

Big East Career Fair

Madison Square Garden
New York, NY
Friday, March 13th, 2009
10am–3pm

Meet with representatives from companies interested in hiring graduates of Big East schools. Please see the flyer for information about the fair as well as possibilities for reimbursement for some of your costs of attending!

A few lattes. Music downloads. A night out.

What do these things have in common? Give up one of these and you can get yourself a membership in the Alumni Association! $30 is all you need.* And that $30 lasts a full year.

Join your UConn Alumni Association today!
As a new grad, you can take advantage of a great discounted rate on membership. Enjoy all the services the Alumni Association offers for only $30 per year.* Like we said, ditch the lattes or music downloads for a week and you've got the cash!

Don't forget about the member benefits. You can take advantage of more than 25 great discounts like...

• 10% discount at the Co-Op
• 15% off HuskyWear.com
• $100 off a Kaplan test prep course
• 10% discount at Willington Pizza
• Discounts on Broadway tickets, amusement parks, ski resorts and more

* Want more? Join by June 1st and receive a UConn padfolio - great to bring along on interviews or appointments. It's very chic and impressive... trust us.

Stay connected to UConn by joining your Alumni Association today!